# Orana Heights Public School

Orana Heights Public School is a NSW government primary school in Dubbo, New South Wales, Australia.

- **Sector**: NSW government school
- **Type**: Primary School
- **Gender**: Co-ed
- **Year levels**: Kindergarten to Year 6
- **Enrolments**: 614 (2025)
- **Address**: Oak St, Dubbo NSW 2830
- **Phone**: (02) 6884 9188
- **Website**: https://oranahts-p.schools.nsw.gov.au
- **Email**: oranahts-p.school@det.nsw.edu.au
- **ACARA AGE ID**: 56256
- **Established**: 1983-02-01

## About

Orana Heights Public School, located in Dubbo, is dedicated to equipping students with the knowledge, competence, and direction necessary to meet future challenges. The school focuses on developing responsible and caring citizens through the implementation of the Positive Behaviour for Learning (PBL) framework, ensuring that all students have equal opportunities for success. 

## Educational Programs
The school offers a comprehensive educational program complemented by a variety of extension activities and sporting opportunities. It embraces innovative technology by utilising modern equipment such as 3D printers, ozobots, laptop sets, a computer lab, and Interactive Whiteboards in every classroom. This modern approach to learning aids in fostering creativity and critical thinking skills among students.

## Inclusive Approach
Orana Heights Public School prioritises inclusivity, ensuring every student is treated equally and given appropriate support. The integration of AVID (Advancement Via Individual Determination) strategies helps prepare students for their long-term education, working to close achievement and opportunity gaps. The staff is dedicated to creating a nurturing environment where the individual needs of students are recognised and addressed.

## Community Commitment
The school serves a diverse community and actively involves families in the learning process. By co-designing educational plans, teachers and support teams collaborate with families to ensure that the learning methods align with each child's needs. This commitment to support and inclusivity sets Orana Heights apart as a welcoming educational institution.

## Mission

Excellence, opportunity and success in a caring school. We help every student to learn, grow and succeed.

Motto: "In Friendship We Learn"

## Enrolment history

| Year | Enrolments |
| --- | --- |
| 2025 | 614 |
| 2024 | 627 |
| 2023 | 661 |
| 2022 | 661 |
| 2021 | 659 |
| 2020 | 683 |
| 2019 | 698 |
| 2018 | 637 |
| 2017 | 610 |
| 2016 | 576 |
| 2015 | 551 |
| 2014 | 552 |
| 2013 | 552 |
| 2012 | 528 |
| 2011 | 522 |
| 2010 | 495 |
| 2009 | 504 |
| 2008 | 520 |

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Source: SchoolAtlas (https://www.schoolatlas.com.au/schools/56256-orana-heights-public-school), compiled from ACARA and NSW Department of Education data, reference year 2025. SchoolAtlas does not rank schools.